Laboratory Assistant I

Alberta Health Services; Town of McLennan; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Canada is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Assistant to join their team at Sacred Heart Laboratory. This role involves collecting and handling specimens, performing ECGs and phlebotomy, and ensuring accurate data entry. Strong attention to detail and teamwork skills are essential. Competitive salary range of $23.72 - $29.56 per hour with flexible scheduling options is offered. Training opportunities are available for the right candidates.

Benefits

Remote Retention Allowance of up to $3,000 annually

Flexible 0.8 FTE schedule

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent is required.
• Strong phlebotomy skills and patient-first approach are preferred.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a small team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality service to clients in an effective and efficient manner.
• Handle, process, and test specimens, reporting results.
• Collaborate with technologists, nurses, and physicians as necessary.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program

Registration with CSMLS or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to take the next step in your career in a setting where your work truly matters? We’re looking for a dedicated Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our collaborative healthcare team at Sacred Heart Laboratory. If you value teamwork, independence, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to patient care, this role could be the perfect fit. You’ll enjoy a varied, hands-on role: collecting, preparing, and handling specimens for analysis; performing ECGs and phlebotomy; supporting accurate data entry and patient record management; maintaining equipment and ensuring a safe, efficient lab environment; and collaborating closely with technologists, nurses, and physicians.

• Remote Retention Allowance of up to $3,000 annually (non-pensionable), paid on an hourly basis for all hours worked at the basic rate of pay.
• Flexible 0.8 FTE schedule in a vibrant northern Alberta community.
• Preference will be given to certified Medical Laboratory Assistants. Onsite and online training opportunities are available for the right candidates with a strong interest in learning and healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality service to clients of the clinical laboratory in an effective, efficient and safe manner.
• Procurement, handling, processing, dispatching and testing of specimens, performing procedures and reporting results.
• Collaborate with technologists, nurses and physicians as needed.

Job Details

• Classification: Laboratory Assistant I
• Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Laboratory
• Primary Location: McLennan Sacred Heart Comm
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 12-NOV-2025
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 22-NOV-2025
• Hours per Shift: 6.20, 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10, 8
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $23.72
• Maximum Salary: $29.56
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.
• Additional Required Qualifications: As required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Successful completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant program; Registration (or eligibility) with CSMLS or equivalent provincial regulatory body; strong phlebotomy skills and patient-first approach; excellent attention to detail and communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a small team.